Description

This app contains basic mapping. Please see shop.anquet.com to see which maps can be purchased for use within OMN.

Built for outdoors enthusiasts such as walkers and mountain bikers.

With Anquet Cloud built in, your maps and routes synchronise effortlessly with your PC and other devices.

Whilst navigating, OMN does not require a WiFi/3G data connection – your maps and routes are stored on your device for use outside of mobile coverage.

--------------The Highlights

✔Fast, robust and dependable✔Free Anquet Cloud Account✔Free OMN PC application to use in conjunction with OMN Android ✔Plot your routes on OMN PC, and sync to OMN Android via Anquet Cloud.✔Smooth zoom with no ‘set zoom levels’ – simple pinch to zoom✔Seamless maps, with no size limitations apart from the size of your storage✔Easily change map types at a given location✔See your GPS location on the map✔Record Tracklogs✔Route Sync will upload your Tracklogs to Anquet Cloud where they can be viewed by any other OMN application you use, such as OMN PC.✔Built in compass display and display of GPS data such as speed and location✔Find Place functionality✔Display and access grid references in UK National Grid, Latitude/longitude and UTM✔Purchase Maps at shop.anquet.com, and download them on OMN PC and/or OMN Android✔All of your maps and routes are all stored locally on the device so no Wifi / 3G data connection required whilst in use.

-------Mapping

Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 Explorer mapping and Ordnance Survey 1:50,000 Landranger mapping are available for all of Great Britain.

IGN 1:25,000 scale topographical mapping is available for all of France.

Anquet have over 10 years of experience creating digital mapping software for outdoor enthusiasts. It’s all we do, and we do it well if we judge that by the number of group test wins our PC software has won over the years. www.anquet.com

----------Dependable

With OMN Android we set out to build a tool you will use.Serious navigation requires serious tools. We know that. If you can’t fire up OMN Android and depend on it, then you won’t entrust your navigation to it. OMN Android has rock solid performance.

------------Anquet Cloud

You want to plot your route on a large screen with a mouse. You want to navigate with your phone. So you need the data in two places, and you want that movement of data to just happen. Anquet Cloud makes things simple. No wires, no moving SD cards around, no websites.

Fire up OMN PC, and draw a route. Hit the Route Sync button, and that route is now on your Anquet Cloud account. Inside OMN Android, hit Route Sync, and it’s on your phone. Simple.

Wherever you have a 3G or Wifi data connection you can sync your route data and download maps from your Anquet Cloud account.

New phone? No problem, just download OMN Android, login with your email and password and download your routes and maps.

------OMN PC

OMN PC is a free PC application. Please visit www.Anquet.com to download the application. Use it to purchase maps, plot routes and sync it all to Anquet Cloud for use on your Android device.

-------------Seamless maps

OMN maps on all platforms are seamless. Buy two maps that overlap, or simply just touch, and they will just merge in your data. No need to load a different map, or see any gaps. You can therefore also just buy the mapping you need now, as you can add to it anytime you wish.

----------------Anquet Community

Please note that map files can be large downloads, so please be aware of your 3G tariff if you choose to download over the phone network as opposed to Wifi.

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OMN Outdoor Map Navigation Been using this app for over 12 months as such it has had a lot of use. Extremely pleased with my purchase very functional and great to use. Little bit of a learning curve. Would not be without it. About six of my friends have taken the plunge and purchased. All very pleased with it. Highly recommended. You won't be dissapointed.

Pros and cons In comparison to alternatives I have (Backcountry Navigator, OS mapfinder, viewranger, Mytrails etc) : Pros - can store offline maps on SD card; interface above average, symbiosis with PC program makes map purchase easier; easy to know which maps you have bought; HD maps are nice. Can print them out. Cons: can't import or export tracks into OMN from other sources except via PC; have to manually switch to between 1:25k to 1:50k map (and any other map) as you zoom in and out of which is a bit fiddly; can't buy maps via android so have to do it via PC; track recording and display a bit basic. Overall, better than others for OS maps, and my current best option in UK. I prefer Mytrails in France eg with IGN or free mapping, especially if you have 3/4g there. Mytrails has lost access to OS mapping, sadly.

OMN maps Love this app. Work out routes on my PC or download them from my walking group's web site and then sync them to my Galaxy S5. One point: have to use phone's internal storage and this means 7.8 GB of 16 GB storage taken up. Cant work out how to get maps to display on external sd card. Tip: always use phone or tablet in flight mode as this will save loads of battery life.

Not bad, but clunky UI that does not adhere to any of Googles UI guidelines Works, but pretty clunky in use - for instance, the menu button on the phone does not bring up the menu. Fails to adhere to googles guidelines re UI design. One thing that would make this very useful is the ability to print. Simple printing is fine, just let me get what I want to print within an A4 style window on screen, then hit a button. Google cloud print is fine, or enable export to PDF, and hence printing via HP ePrint (which works locally direct to non ePrint printers on same LAN too). Or, better still implement share-with and list HP ePrint/Google Cloud print as targets. Ditto sharing of route on social media.

OMN Outdoor Map Navigation Been using this app for over 12 months as such it has had a lot of use. Extremely pleased with my purchase very functional and great to use. Little bit of a learning curve. Would not be without it. About six of my friends have taken the plunge and purchased. All very pleased with it. Highly recommended. You won't be dissapointed.

Pros and cons In comparison to alternatives I have (Backcountry Navigator, OS mapfinder, viewranger, Mytrails etc) : Pros - can store offline maps on SD card; interface above average, symbiosis with PC program makes map purchase easier; easy to know which maps you have bought; HD maps are nice. Can print them out. Cons: can't import or export tracks into OMN from other sources except via PC; have to manually switch to between 1:25k to 1:50k map (and any other map) as you zoom in and out of which is a bit fiddly; can't buy maps via android so have to do it via PC; track recording and display a bit basic. Overall, better than others for OS maps, and my current best option in UK. I prefer Mytrails in France eg with IGN or free mapping, especially if you have 3/4g there. Mytrails has lost access to OS mapping, sadly.

OMN maps Love this app. Work out routes on my PC or download them from my walking group's web site and then sync them to my Galaxy S5. One point: have to use phone's internal storage and this means 7.8 GB of 16 GB storage taken up. Cant work out how to get maps to display on external sd card. Tip: always use phone or tablet in flight mode as this will save loads of battery life.

Not bad, but clunky UI that does not adhere to any of Googles UI guidelines Works, but pretty clunky in use - for instance, the menu button on the phone does not bring up the menu. Fails to adhere to googles guidelines re UI design. One thing that would make this very useful is the ability to print. Simple printing is fine, just let me get what I want to print within an A4 style window on screen, then hit a button. Google cloud print is fine, or enable export to PDF, and hence printing via HP ePrint (which works locally direct to non ePrint printers on same LAN too). Or, better still implement share-with and list HP ePrint/Google Cloud print as targets. Ditto sharing of route on social media.

Without a doubt the mapping app of choice I have been using Anquet's mapping system for several years and am a regular contributor to their beta program. The skill and dedication of the UK-based development team is exceptional and for that reason alone, the cost of this app is a bargain. Be aware, however, that Anquet's OMN (Outdoor Mapping System) only shows its real utility when you buy some of the OS maps that go with the system - they are not that expensive - roughly the same as buying a paper version of the area you are interested in - but you will soon find that you need more than the standard UK/French maps that come with the system. The range of maps available covers the entire OS collection and more. A huge advantage of the system is that the maps in your portfolio also work on the free version of the software that works on your PC or Mac at home and with that you can print out maps and routes to your hearts desire. Tracking is great, but the one criticism I have is the current lack of being able to add user waypoints on the fly. I am aware that this feature is on the development agenda but in my view, OMN will not be complete until I can record personal key locations and navigate back to them.

Pinky Pirate I have used Anquet mapping for a few years and found it to be excellent detailed software...well worth the cost. I have been slow to move from hard copy to android device but having finally taken the leap I have loved it. I love going 'off piste' and it is so wonderful to know where I am and that I am heading in the right direction! A fantastic app that does just what I want....being able to route plan would def be a bonus when it arrives. I have the IGN France maps and want to use this app in France....does the tracking log record as it does with the OS maps??

Hi Katherine. Glad you are enjoying the app and thanks for the review.
Route planning is certainly on the way, along with quite a lot of other nice new things.
Tracklogs will work just the same in France as they do in the UK.
Graham

Brilliant programme, never get lost again I bought my maps several years ago and would plan and print my routes on my PC. Now that I can have my maps and routes on my phone and tablet is the icing on the cake.

Poor compatibility and functions If you want to create routes 'on' your mobile device, then look elsewhere with this app - you can't. Secondly it says you create routes on your PC - that mean personal computer - no mention of Microsoft Windows only. Yes, it's for Windows PC's only. My personal computer is a Mac and it doesn't work. Yes I maybe should have double checked. But come on a company who doesn't support both platforms should look at it's business model. Slow, old clunky and not very intuitive UI. For example... what is Side loading? You have to delve into the help system to find out. Maps are expensive (as others have said). Overall a poor showing from a company who is supposed to be one of the more well known suppliers of mobile mapping. Having said that none of the other companies offering similar apps are much better. I think detailed mapping/GPS is best left to a dedicated device.

Disappointed Yes, I can use ordnance survey maps, which I love . But I don't find the interface intuitive (and I've been using computers and smartphones since their early days). The 1:25000 maps are very expensive even after recent price cuts, and for walking they are what you really need. It is so frustrating that I end up using open maps in an app. Sadly I picked OMN because I felt the others were worse and more expensive. I'm yet to find a really good app for ordnance survey maps that is affordable.

Great app If you have any Anquet maps then you should have this on your phone. You can have detailed maps of the whole country in your pocket, plus they have something no paper map will ever have: a "you are here" spot! Note that the maps themselves must be purchased separately.

Excellent on PC, Nexus 7 and iphone Support is excellent, has been very accurate in mountain conditions on iphone. All maps once downloaded are accessible on all devices once you pay for the app. Wide variety of mapping inc. Harvey maps. Easy to navigate with handy features. Yeah, you have to buy mapping, don't listen to moaners about buying maps! You'll always have to buy maps from every other app and company. If in doubt spend £10 (minimum spend) to cut your own map. Griping about Anquet? U should try Garmin and their pathetic BaseCamp

A couple of quick tips that might help you and others:
1. If you turn your phone into landscape mode you will also get text next to the buttons.
2. In More-Settings-Display un-tick 'show menu buttons on map'. All the controls are then on the Menu accessed by your devices menu key where a textual description is also available.
Graham

A Google User January 6, 2014

Excellent Mapping Software This is an excellent application. Coupled with the HD OS maps, my Android phone has now become a fully functioning map navigator which I regularly use and impresses me. Yes you do need to buy the maps but the HD digital maps are simply superb. The support from Anquet when I've had the odd issue has been superb. Recommended..

You get what you pay for I really don't understand some of the negative comments made about this app. Yes, you can get free OS maps for on or offline use with other apps, but none of them even come close to matching the quality of the purchased ones. The HD versions are absolutely stunning and very good value compared to the competition. The app's interface is clean, with the main preparation being done first on the PC. This leaves the mobile device as uncluttered as possible with only the essential features. You can even use your purchased maps on several different mobile devices. This is a well designed system and a very worthy investment. If I was to suggest a new feature it would be to wish for an optional mode that seamlessly switched scales automatically, all the way from the 250k road map, through OS 50k, 25k then street view. That would make a great map browsing feature for those of us who like to read maps like books as well as for their intended use.

OMN Battery drain Wonderful software, used on Nexus 7, great to see my position on a high resolution OS map but I recently had to have my tablet replaced because the battery indicator was no longer functioning and the tablet wouldn't charge (wonderful service from Google Play - thank you BTW). This morning I found my new Nexus was completely discharged, having been on stand by all night and the only thing in common with these two events is that I had been running OMN - does it keep using battery resources even when the program is 'not running'? Would upgrade review to 5 stars if this problem is fixed!

Hi Nick, We work hard to minimize battery usage. If OMN is not running, it won't be using any battery.
If OMN is recording a tracklog, it will keep the GPS on using battery even if it is not the foreground app. If you are not using OMN, just check you have turned the GPS off or that you have exited OMN. Graham

Hi Hratch.
We don't cover the USA currently. You can see the maps we have at shop.anquet.com as per the second line of our description on Google Play.
On the Help page in the software is the link to 'Contact Our Support Desk' which links to community.anquet.com where you can contact us.
Graham

This is a good app, but I have support problems with Anquet. This is a good app and goes well with the Desktop version. The only problem I have is that when downloading a set of maps from the Anquet Cloud I have to keep restarting. No huge deal, loading the maps is a one-off exercise, but what is a big deal is that the bug was reported 2nd July and after almost 4 months & 26 requests/responses to requests for information etc. the bug remains. So I'd have to say support is poor.

Superb App, but........ This app gets better with every update. I use it regularly in the New Forest National Park, where I have lived most of my life. It's tracking feature enables me to go off the beaten track to discover places I never knew existed. Even on the busiest of days I can go for a walk and not see any other person for hours..... bliss. A negative?..... I would give it a 5 if I were able to plan a route on the app instead of having to wait till I am in front of a PC or laptop with a modern graphics card!

Clunky Not as user friendly as it should be. Lost access to index by trying to move the space hungry maps to the sd card. Expensive at £150 for benefits of mapping off-line available much cheaper with other apps on-line. Map downloads take for ever. Looking into this a bit more it may be that the app is now "old" and a bit State of the Ark stuff.

Hi Mervyn, our maps can of course be used on OMN PC and iOS all from the one account. If you drop our support desk a line, I am sure they can rectify the lost index. We are continually working on the software with regular updates. Graham

Simply brilliant outdoor map app I have been a user of Anquet software and maps for years and OMN is a big leap forward in my opinion. Easy to use and maps available on my PC are also available on the mobile version. GPS is spot on and has got me out of a few spots in tricky conditions. These guys put in the graft whether in development or support. In this world you get what you pay for and for me OMN means value for money. Excellent work Anquet.

This is only a very simple map viewer. The only reason to buy it would be to get the licenced maps, as a means of planning routes, tracks, waypoints, points of interest etc. the facilities are very limited, even crude. One is supposed to sync with the cloud to manage this user data but when this system fails or is not available, there is nothing provided. The Anquet insistence on the use of the cloud is a city-dwellers system, one completely unsuitable when away from a network connections. Use Oziexplorer instead.

Just to be clear, an internet connection is only required to get data on and off the device. Plan your route on OMN PC, sync it to your Android phone and download the required mapping. At this point you can disconnect from the internet and use your phone and maps without a connection.

Is it possible to bypass sign-in screen. I've just bought this, and the supported Anquet OS maps for SE England (very good price at £15). I was encouraged by everything that I've read so far. However, I ave just written to the app developers about a major (in my opinion) drawback. Each time you open the app you have to sign in with email and password. If using the app on a phone you are unlikely to leave it on permanently because of battery life. Equally it is a pain (especially in winter with gloves etc) to have to sign in each time you want to c

Hi Diana, That certainly should not be the case. Login is required to download maps, but the whole point of OMN is to be able to use your maps away from cell coverage.
So on initial startup it will ask for you to sign-in. But post this it shouldn't.
I will get the engineers to investigate your issue on Monday morning.

A confusing system Android version seems to work well but I had problems with PC version. Turned out to be a misunderstanding about the way it worked. It is very confusing having V06, OMN-PC and the Android version all working differently. Support was very poor initially but did improve. When it does work it is excellent.

Reading your support ticket this looks like you are trying to access all maps from the drop down list which just lists the maps at the geographical area. Please use the Map Manager to access the other maps with the View Map button. Your first request was at 8pm at night, replied to at 11am the next morning.We work a strict rota on support. Graham

Excellent Tool Used this since the Beta versions and it is a good map tool, It has improved with every release. Please note this is not Free map software, You have to buy licensed OS maps that you can view on your device or PC. These are then available even when there is no network Access. GPS Accuracy is about 1.4 meters on my One x.

Needed1 big improvement and the devs have done it. Brilliant stuff, thanks guys. Review updated to 5 stars as promised! PLEASE let us zoom further out! Would make this app 100 times better and worthy of 5 stars.

Very poor on Nexus 7 I've used the PC version for many years, and was expecting big things from the Android version. Installed it, plus a selection of maps, and found the "Find Place" function doesn't work. Customer support no help - first contacted them nearly two months ago, and still no resolution. So the only way to find a location is to scroll through the map - absolutely impossible! Also, if you have maps on your PC, you have to download them all again for your Android device (not small downloads!) - and even worse, if you have two Android devices, you have to download them all TWICE! I've now uninstalled it, and switched to using ViewRanger - far better, and the app is free (can also be used with OSM maps, and the purchased OS maps are cheaper than the Anquet offerings). And purchased maps can be supplied on DVD. I would give Anquet a minus star rating if I could.

Hi Bill, I’m sorry to hear about your experience. I note that you have reviewed version 1.4, yet we are currently on 1.6 – can I please ask you to update your app and let me know if you still have the find place issue? The multiple map download issue we are addressing. Regarding price, please note that our maps work on OMN PC as well.

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